Native News

Important UNM Deadlines- Friday, March 23, 2018 is the last day to ADD sections and CHANGE credit hours on LoboWEB for Second Half (2nd 8 weeks) term.
- Friday, March 23, 2018 is the last day to CHANGE grade mode on LoboWEB for Second Half (2nd 8 weeks) term.***************************************
2018 Outstanding American Indian Student Service Award Nominations
Nominations for the Outstanding American Indian Student Service Emerging Lobo Award and the Outstanding American Student Service Award are currently being accepted until Friday, March 23rd at 5pm. The awards commend UNM Native students committed to serving the community at large. Recognition is based on applicant accomplishment and achievement in the areas of leadership, participation in campus activities and organizations, academics, and service to Native organizations and tribal communities. Award recipients will be honored at The University of New Mexico’s Annual Recognition Reception on Friday, April 20, 2018.

For application process and details, please access: http://aiss.unm.edu/. ***************************************Apply to become a 2018 AISB Tutor
The American Indian Summer Bridge (AISB) Program is seeking applicants to fill two tutor positions for the upcoming summer. Click here to be directed to UNM Student Jobs, and use the below ReqID’s to learn more about each position. For best consideration submit your application by 3/23/18.

ONE (1) Math tutor (Search ReqID #3894)

ONE (1) English tutor (Search ReqID #3962)

The AISB Program is a 5-week residential and academic program for incoming American Indian freshmen. Tutors will attend class with AISB participants, provide academic support during mandatory study halls, and meet regularly with the AISB Program Coordinator. For more information, contact the AISB Program Coordinator at jrstahn@unm.edu or 277-6343.|***************************************
AISS Scholarship Workshop II
It’s Scholarship Season! Attend this interactive workshop on Wednesday, March 21 from 4:00-6:00PM at AISS (1119 Mesa Vista Hall) to begin and edit your Personal Statement; to learn how to request a Letter of Recommendation; and to learn about upcoming scholarship deadlines. Be sure to bring a laptop or tablet or smartphone to access and edit your Statements & to take notes. Take advantage of this opportunity to become a more competitive applicant!
***************************************CNAH Indigenous Pre-Admission Education for the Health Professions (i-PrEHP) WorkshopApplication Deadline: Friday, March 23, 2018
The CNAH i-PrEHP Workshop is for American Indian/Alaska Native college students, health para-professionals, and health professionals interested in pursuing a health-career. The intent of the i-PrEHP Workshop is to help you navigate the various University of New Mexico (UNM) Health Sciences Center (HSC) degree programs admission process. This free 2.5 day workshop will be June 7- 9th , 2018 at the UNM Health Sciences Center in Albuquerque. Apply here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2018-iPrEHP.
***************************************Upcoming Scholarship Deadlines
- Scholarships
Visit http://aiss.unm.edu/pages/private_scholarships.html for a listing of scholarships with March 2018 submission deadlines. For specific application and guideline information, please visit the links provided.

- Indian Health Service –New Applicants
Completed application packets for 2018-19 academic year are due March 28, 2018 at 5PM MST. For application and guidelines, please visit http://www.ihs.gov/scholarship/.

- AISES A.T. Anderson Memorial Scholarship
Completed application packets for the 2018-19 academic year are due on March 31, 2018. Application information and guidelines are available at http://www.aises.org.

- AISES Burlington Northern Santa Fe Foundation Scholarship
Completed application packets for the 2018-19 academic year are due on March 31, 2018. Application information and guidelines are available at http://www.aises.org.

- AISES Intel Growing the Legacy Scholarship
Completed application packets for the 2018-19 academic year are due on March 31, 2018. Application information and guidelines are available at http://www.aises.org.

- AISES Chevron Corporation Scholarship
Completed application packets for the 2018-19 academic year are due on March 31, 2018. Application information and guidelines are available at http://www.aises.org.

- AISES Oracle Academy Scholarship
Completed application packets for the 2018-19 academic year are due on March 31, 2018. Application information and guidelines are available at http://www.aises.org.
- Cobell Scholarship
Completed application packets for the 2018-19 academic year are due March 31, 2018. For application and guidelines, please visit http://cobellscholar.org/.

- American Indian Education Foundation
Completed application packets for the 2018-19 academic year are due April 4, 2018. For application and guidelines, please visit http://aiefprogram.org.

- New Mexico Gas Company
Completed application packets for 2018-19 academic year are due April 27, 2018. For application and guidelines, please visit https://www.nmgconasp.com/home.
***************************************Job/Volunteer Opportunities for Pre-Health Students
Native Health Initiative invites students to stop by any time between 12pm and 2pm to get information on jobs, research, and volunteer opportunities related to health field on Wednesday, March 28, 2018 in AISS (1119 Mesa Vista Hall).
***************************************Spring Graduation Reminders
Graduating students may sign-up to participate in the University Commencement Ceremony and/or their convocation ceremony at graduation.unm.edu. Please Note: the names of graduates who have privacy flags set in their student records will NOT be printed in the commencement program unless one of the following is completed:
- Prior to April 13, 2018: Contact the Office of the Registrar at the campus they attend to have their privacy flag removed. Picture ID required.
OR
- Prior to April 13, 2018: Sign a “Limited Privacy Waiver” in the Office of the Secretary (Scholes Hall, Room 103). Picture ID required.
Please contact Selena Salazar at ssalaza2@unm.edu for additional information.
***************************************American Indian Convocation
The 2018 American Indian Convocation will take place on Thursday, May 10, 2018 at 6:00 pm in the Student Union Building (SUB) Ballrooms to honor and recognize undergraduate and graduate Native students that graduated in December 2017 or who will be receiving their degrees in May 2018 or Summer 2018. Graduating students must confirm their attendance (and indicate the total number of anticipated guests) by:

Completing an on-line Confirmation & Biography Form on the AISS website by Friday, May 4, 2018. Click on the Convocation link at http://aiss.unm.edu.

Even if you are unable to attend the event, it is important that you indicate your tribal affiliation by calling AISS at 277-6343 or stopping by in person at your convenience. Tribal leaders have requested a list of graduating students from their respective communities and AISS wants to honor the request.

IMPORTANT:

This is an opportunity to invite your parents, children, grandchildren, extended family members, faculty members, tribal leaders, and friends to celebrate your accomplishments!!! Your personal message will be read when you are individually recognized during the program.

Due to the limited seating, each Graduate is allotted 10 Guest Tickets, which must be picked up at the AISS Front Desk (1119 Mesa Vista Hall) after completing the on-line registration. If a graduate needs more tickets, they will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis after April 23rd.

***************************************Internship OpportunityApache Homelands LLC, a Tribally-Owned government contracting firm is seeking an intern with a flexible work schedule for approximately 10-15 hours per week. This is a paid internship with potential for a full-time employment opportunity after graduation. Ideal candidates are business, finance, or accounting majors that are currently at Junior, Senior or Graduate student status. Interested students can contact John Melton, Manager via email at john.melton@fortsillapache.com or by phone at (505)338-8907.***************************************AISS Advisement
Do you need help discussing course options or have other questions about how to have a successful semester? Stop by AISS Monday through Friday to see an Advisor. Set up an appointment through LoboAchieve.unm.edu (see below for instructions). If you are not a current UNM student, appointments are also available by calling 505.277.6343 or by stopping by the AISS Front Desk. Check out the following link for AISS Advisement resources: http://aiss.unm.edu/pages/aiss_advisement.html.

HOW TO SET UP AN APPOINTMENT
1. Log into LoboAcheive.unm.edu using your UNM NetID and Password – current undergraduate students ONLY.

You should see a UNM sign in screen. (If you see the Starfish screen, please clear the web browser’s cache/cookies and try again.)

2. Once you have successfully logged in you will see a Services tab at the left side of the screen.

Please click “SEARCH SERVICES”

Type in “American Indian Student Services”

Click “Schedule Appointment”

Use the “Show Advisors” to view either Jeannette Stahn or Ashley Tso advising hours

3. If the advisor appearing on your screen is the advisor you wish to schedule with, select the appointment time that fits your schedule.
4. Click the time you wish to schedule.
5. Enter the reason for your appointment and select “Schedule”. After this you are done. You will receive an appointment confirmation email that will be sent to your UNM email address.